Biography I am a recent graduate from Hamilton College currently pursuing a master’s in TESOL from MIIS and working as a program associate for IREX. Since beginning my master’s degree at MIIS, I have been based in Lima, Peru where I live with my partner and our cat. Areas of interest My primary interests are […]
Biography I’m currently pursuing Master’s degree in Translation and Localization Management. Serving the community through Mahatma Gandhi National Fellowship, I explored public policy and management domain, acquiring valuable expertise in research, project design, and execution. Areas of interest I’m passionate about cross-cultural education, community development, and ESG. Beyond academics, I enjoy movies and cooking. Project […]
Biography I am currently pursuing a Master of Arts program in International Policy and Development at MIIS, concentrating on Economics and Data Analytics. Areas of interest I am deeply interest in Data Policy, Analytics, Social Change, and Economics. Project description I am conducting a research on the Transformation of Gender Apartheid in Afghanistan. […]
Biography I am a 4th semester environmental policy student focusing on natural resource policy and management. Areas of interest I am excited about the potential for climate change solutions to also provide solutions for social justice and inequity, and vice versa. Project description I am hoping to examine best practices employed by organizations that partner […]
Biography I am a student and aspiring practitioner in nonproliferation and terrorism studies. My career objective is to work in disarmament, intelligence, and threat reduction. Areas of interest My general scholastic areas of interest are nonproliferation, arms control, international relations, and weapons of mass destruction. Project description My project is assessing the circumstances under which […]
Biography My name is Jesús and I am currently a first-year graduate student in the joint TI/TLM. I grew up in Southern California and just completed my undergraduate studies with a BA in Liberal Arts at Soka University of America. Areas of interest With my education, I hope to focus on assisting the immigrant communities […]
Biography I am an international student from Cote d’Ivoire currently pursuing a joint master’s in public administration and international policy and development focusing on the intersection of migration and disabilities. I have background experience in Private Law, Program Evaluation, and Disability work. Areas of interest I am interested in Disability Inclusive Peacebuilding processes. Project description […]
Biography The past 24 years have rewarded me with a BS in Psychology from the University of Houston, experience in the hospitality and coffee industries, 2 years in public health and eventually led me to MIIS’ Environmental Policy program. Non-academic interests include hiking, cooking, mixology and barre. Areas of interest My general areas of interest […]
Biography Originally from Ohio, I earned my BA from the University of Cincinnati, then traveled to Turkey and Denmark, where I taught English and volunteered with refugees and asylum seekers. I worked for many years in immigration law in the San Francisco Bay Area before returning to language education. Areas of interest I am particularly […]
Biography I am studying Ocean and Coastal Resource Management in my Environmental Masters program at MIIS. I will be working for the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary creating a Climate Adaptation Plan and Kelp Plan as a 2024 CA Sea Grant Fellow. Areas of interest I am interested in marine protected areas, particularly in the […]
Biography I’m a bilingual English-Spanish professional dedicated to serving others through leadership, advocacy, teaching, cultural exchange, and environmental stewardship. I am committed to unlocking our collective potential, bettering the environment, and embracing the 21st century with open arms. Areas of interest My areas of interest are education, environment, cultural exchange and community action/development. I am […]
Biography I am a Polish-American IR scholar, educator, dancer, singer, aviation enthusiast, foodie, and life-long learner. I grew up in the Washington D.C. area and Poland, have traveled to 25 countries, and speak Polish, Spanish, and Russian. Areas of interest I am fired up about feminism, human rights, inclusive migration policy, and cross-cultural education/diplomacy for […]
Biography Hi! My name is Jenny, I am a 2020 Middlebury College grad and MIIS Spring 2025 grad from White Plains, New York, but a Vermonter at heart. Areas of interest I focus on weapons proliferation, cyber, and geopolitical threats in East Asia. Project description I am writing an op-ed on the state of diplomacy […]
Biography I am Deputy Director, Center for Security, Strategy and Policy Research, University of Lahore, and Associate Editor, Pakistan Politico. I was Visiting Fellow at the Stimson Center, Washington, D.C. Currently, I am an M.A. student at the Middlebury Institute of International Studies ‘ NPTS,program. Areas of interest My areas of interest range from nuclear strategy, […]
Biography I’m a first year NPTS student focused on far-right extremism and terrorism. Areas of interest Project description Project Gravity is a AI-enabled toolkit that provides resources and support to individuals with loved ones undergoing conspiracy thinking or radicalization. […]
Biography I’m in TESOL program here in MIIS. Areas of interest I have interest in the political economy of English language education and critical literacy. Project description I plan to delve into how the teaching of English helps to improve critical literacy. […]
Biography I am a Translation and Localization Management student with passion about languages, dancing, and psychology. Areas of interest I’m interested in cross-disciplinary study between language and technology, including spoken and non-spoken languages (sign languages). Project description My project focuses on the technological advancement, especially AI, in the field of American Sign Language (ASL) interpreting […]
Biography I am a third-semester Nonproliferation and Terrorism Studies student at MIIS. When not studying, I work as a graduate research assistant at the Center on Terrorism, Extremism, and Counterterrorism at MIIS and enjoy reading, hiking, and climbing. Areas of interest In the Terrorism Studies field, I focus most heavily on transnational right-wing extremist movements […]
Biography My undergraduate degree is in Comparative Religion, specifically Hinduism and Buddhism, and I did graduate work in South Asian Studies, with a focus on post-colonial and subaltern studies. I live in New York City and I am pursuing my International Environmental Policy degree at MIIS remotely. Areas of interest I am in the Natural […]
Biography I am a second-semester student in the Nonproliferation and Terrorism Studies program, and I am also a graduate research assistant at the Center for Nonproliferation Studies where I work on the new tools team under Dr. Jeffrey Lewis. I have a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from American University in Washington D.C., and I […]
Biography I am a second semester International Trade and Economic Diplomacy student based in Paris, France where I work as an English Teaching Assistant. Before coming to MIIS, I graduated with a degree in Philosophy and French from Washington and Lee University. Areas of interest I am passionate about philosophy, Francophone studies, and economics. I […]
Biography I am from California and am currently in the Nonproliferation and Terrorism Studies department pursuing a specialization in Financial Crime. I hope to later work in the intelligence sector or in international security. Areas of interest While finishing my degree, I am a full-time yoga teacher and part-time educational consultant for Russian-speaking students. Project […]
Biography I am a second semester Nonproliferation and Terrorism Studies student. Previous to attending MIIS I was a Peace Corps Morocco volunteer. I lived in the High Atlas Mountains two hours south of Marrakech where I worked with young girls and taught them English, etc. I attend MIIS because of the emphasis on language learning […]
Biography I am a Translation and Localization Management Master’s Degree candidate specializing in Mandarin Chinese and English. I am an avid reader and athlete in my free time. I owe my inspiration and success to the love and support of my family. Areas of interest I am interested in leaving the world better than I […]
Biography I grew up in New York City, and I graduated from Bates College in 2021 with Bachelor’s Degrees in Sociology and Environmental Studies. Areas of interest I am a first-year International Environmental Policy student interested in transportation, the transition to a low-carbon economy, and environmental justice and equity. Project description My project explores the […]
Biography I graduated from Middlebury College in May 2022 and am currently a Graduate Research Assistant at the James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies (CNS) where I support nonproliferation education programs and will be contributing to CNS strategic export controls research in the spring of 2023. Areas of interest My areas of interest in nuclear […]
Biography I am a Translation and Localization Management student here at MIIS with a background in sociolinguistics and education, specializing in African American English and cross-dialectal teaching and learning. In the future, I hope to enter the games localization field. Areas of interest In addition to games and linguistics, I am very passionate about art […]
Biography Originally from Brazil, and currently pursuing my master’s in international security, I want to enable data-driven, inclusive, and innovative policy solutions to critical security threats. I joined MIIS after spending 6 years at the Harvard Kennedy School as an evidence-based policy researcher. Areas of interest Through a nonproliferation focus, I am primarily interested in […]
Biography I am an International Trade and Economic Diplomacy/International Policy Development joint major at MIIS focusing on trade relations between the United States and China, and my language of focus is Mandarin. Outside of MIIS I enjoy baking, hiking, and reading and studying folklore. Areas of interest I am interested in studying US-Chinese relations, specifically […]
